mellékhálózat

A mellékhálózat, in English often translated as secondary network or auxiliary network, refers to a subsidiary or supplementary network within a larger system. The concept is most frequently encountered in the context of electrical power distribution. In this domain, a mellékhálózat is a smaller, localized network that draws power from the main distribution grid but serves a specific, often geographically contained area or a particular set of consumers.

These secondary networks can be established for various reasons. They might be implemented to supply power to a remote village, a large industrial complex, a specific campus, or even a group of buildings that require specialized power quality or management. In some cases, mellékhálózatok are designed for greater resilience, allowing them to operate independently from the main grid during outages, acting as microgrids. They can also be employed to optimize power flow, reduce transmission losses, or integrate renewable energy sources at a local level. The management and operation of a mellékhálózat typically fall under the responsibility of a different entity than the main grid operator, though coordination is essential. The term can also be broadly applied to other types of networked systems where a subordinate network exists to support or extend the functionality of a primary network.